Adapter to Install Thule Bike Rack 594XT in Top Channels of Crossbars

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I am trying to convert a 594 XT to using the T bolt crossbar attachment feature of new thule eve areo bar. Will this XADAPT2 kit work or if not is there another kit available. Thanks.

asked by: Joel

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The correct adapter to allow you to use your Thule 594XT in the top channel of your crossbars is the XADAPT2 part # XADAPT2 that you referenced. This would be all that you need.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

In order to use your Thule Sidearm Roof Mounted Bike Rack part TH594XT on your new crossbars you will actually need to use the Thule Xadapt3 Xsporter Load Bar Adapter part #THXADAPT3 which gives you the longer bolts to install the rack.

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Answer 2

I spoke with my contact at Thule and when I described your situation she said that it sounds like you have the older style Sidearm and need a few parts so that you could convert it to the newer style. My contact provided me with the replacement parts…

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Answer 3

The Thule Big Mouth was able to mount to Thule Aero Bars with the xadapt2. That was a t-channel mounting system. I spoke with a Thule rep and she said there was never a mount for aero/factory rack bars that did not have a t-channel. I remember when…

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Answer 4

Thanks for the awesome detail in your question! I pulled each part from our warehouse to provide you the measurements requested. The Thule Xadapt12 kit #THXADAPT12 T-bolt head size is 3/4 inches, 7/8 inch long threaded portion and .23 inch diameter.…

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Answer 5

The washer plate, part #853-0333-02 is used to position the front mount along the track of the Thule Sidearm, and you're right, it is missing from the question you were looking at. To fully rebuild the assembly, the correct parts list is: 2…

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Answer 6

The dimensions of the head for the Replacement M6 x 50 mm Square Head Bolt for Rhino-Rack Accessories #RR44HB is 50 mm x 50 mm and then it is 4 mm thick. I confirmed this with my contact at Rhino-Rack.

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Answer 7

The M6 x 35 mm Square Head Bolt for Rhino-Rack Accessories #RR72UB is a M6-1.0x35mm bolt. The thread diameter is 6mm wide with one thread per mm and a overall length of 35mm.

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Answer 8

In order to use your Thule Sidearm Roof Mounted BIke Rack part TH594XT on your new crossbars you will actually need to use the Thule Xadapt3 Xsporter Load Bar Adapter part #THXADAPT3. The Replacement Bolt for Thule Sidearm part #915-068-054 that you…

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Answer 9

I do have an option for you but the rubber strips installed into the top crossbar channel on select roof racks are specific to the crossbar. Therefore, in order for us to help you get the correct replacements we'd need to know exactly which ones…

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Answer 10

Since we do not carry a direct OEM replacement you're going to need to remove a piece of your existing strip and take some measurements. You'll want to measure the height, length and width and compare them to #RRM626. This strip measures…

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Answer 11

If a roof rack is whistling and there is a channel on it that is exposed the solution is adding more of the rubber strip to cover the hole. For that you would want the part #RRM626 which is 15-3/4 inches long but can be cut to size as needed.

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Answer 12

I have exactly what you will need to keep your bike, bike carrier, and roof rack safe/secure. In order to secure the bike to the carrier and carrier to the rack, I recommend using the Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders part #TH450200. If you would…

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